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chicken enchilada casserole

Chicken Enchilada Casserole: 5 Layers of Comforting Flavor


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A hearty chicken enchilada casserole with layers of flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup diced bell pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix chicken, black beans, corn, onion, bell pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
  3. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  4. Layer 4 tortillas over the sauce.
  5. Add half of the chicken mixture on top of the tortillas.
  6. Pour half of the remaining enchilada sauce over the chicken mixture.
  7. Sprinkle half of the cheese over the sauce.
  8. Repeat the layers with remaining ingredients.
  9. Finish with tortillas, sauce, and cheese on top.
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Add jalapeños for extra heat.
  • Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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